Senior Bookkeeper

Senior Bookkeeper
£27,000 - £30,000 per annum
Colchester, Essex
Monday-Friday, 9am-5:30pm

My client, an entrepreneurial and dynamic accountancy practice, is continuing to grow and is therefore seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to join their team. With a strong commitment to developing their people, my client will provide extensive training and support to help you succeed in your role. They offer a full study package, including qualification funding, study leave, college-based tuition, and a dedicated mentor or buddy who will guide and support you throughout your journey towards professional qualifications.

Responsibilities:

• Enter correct data into financial records and recognise/correct errors.


• Utilise strong mathematical skills for accurate record-keeping.


• Explain complex financial matters in accessible terms.


• Process payments, invoices, income, and receipts, entering data into accounting software or databases, while ensuring supporting documentation is retained.


• Prepare monthly/quarterly financial statements for clients to make informed business decisions.


• Conduct reconciliations across all control accounts to assist in the preparation of year-end financial statements.


• Produce and post opening balance adjustments following the completion and filing of year-end financial statements.


• Collaborate with the team to ensure all client VAT returns are completed and filed on time.


• Prepare quarterly, monthly, and annual VAT reconciliations.


• Calculate Flat Rate, Partial Exemption, Global Accounting Scheme, and Group VAT returns.


• Utilise accounting software such as Zero and QuickBooks on a daily basis.

Key Attributes:

• Experience within an accountancy practise is preferred.


• A positive person to work with and a strong communicator.


• Copes well with change and pressure.


• Takes ownership and manages their own workload, demonstrating proactive behaviour when help or support is needed.


• Identifies areas for improvement and takes responsibility for tasks.


• Self-aware of development areas.


• Adopts a calm and assured approach, making time for people and sharing knowledge.


• Ability to juggle several jobs, demonstrating excellent time management skills to ensure all deadlines and expectations are met.


• Takes pride in all aspects of work.


• Presents themselves professionally during client meetings and when taking client calls.

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding role as a Senior Bookkeeper, working with a supportive and dynamic team, then this opportunity is perfect for you. Apply now and take the next step in your accounting career with my client.

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